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Orlando International Airport (MCO)

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Orlando International Airport, Orlando

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"Everythings great except when your flight gets delayed..."(106 Tips)
"Always a good place to grab some Disney store souvenirs ;)"(71 Tips)
"Clean, organized and equipped free wifi and power socket."(67 Tips)
"Comfortable, quiet, hi tech fac and spacious"(19 Tips)

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Lyndon LevettOctober 14, 2017
Big airport, make sure you leave enough time between flights to get where you need to go.
P-Edward LiebAugust 24, 2018
Fast airport, lots of choices of duty free, free WiFi !
Anna ChristineDecember 26, 2011
Make a reservation with an outside parking service-especially around Holiday Season. We are locals, and thought 'it will be fine. Those places are huge.' NO. Struck out. Now have to pay $17/day @MCO.
Evan[Bu]April 27, 2012
Been here 25+ times
Welcome to MCO (pronounced MO-KO)! Enjoy the greater Orlando area and all it has to offer! If you don't enjoy tourists, I suggest you head right back to Des Moines...
ᴡ DaughertyAugust 10, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Really gorgeous, clean, and organized airport. Fast and friendly staff and security. Lots of places to eat and shop to kill time. However I feel flights are always delayed here.
Anthony TNovember 28, 2013
Been here 50+ times
The atrium area in front of the TSA screening for gates 70 - 129 is a great place to sit if you're waiting to pick up friends or family.
John SowashJanuary 21, 2019
Been here 25+ times
Very well run airport. Even if the lines look long they move pretty quickly.
Eric BalounMarch 2, 2013
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Rosa💛 {Loly07}July 27, 2014
Been here 5+ times
If you are a coffee drinker like myself, this is one of the most friendlier starbucks (JetBlue Terminal)
A BMarch 24, 2014
Preferred flyer status + new TSA Pre/ line make for quicker security check in early morning. No need to remove laptops + shoes at Pre/line. Still allow for 30 min in line.
Jason greeneJanuary 9, 2015
Been here 50+ times
Very comfortable airport. Not a bad one to get stuck in. Just remember to get food before the food court closes if you have to camp out overnight :-)
Jonathan HaenchenJanuary 11, 2015
Been here 5+ times
It's like a mall, with a TSA line. One of the bars near gate 121-129 runs a $3 shot special with purchase of a beer. Yuengling with a Glenlivet 12!
Keyvan Rahmani NazariJanuary 3, 2020
Not too big, very organized and nice but with few VIP lounges that in holidays are all full (be ready for the wait list)
Hailey CrowelAugust 23, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Spending any time at all in this airport is reason enough to get TSA precheck. The line is secretly hidden in between those strollers. But once you find it, you're thru security flying like it's 1999.
Debbie BeemanFebruary 14, 2016
Very hi-tech. Love the wifi & power outlets everywhere! Be prepared this is a very busy high traffic airport!
Waylon ChavezNovember 15, 2012
Very busy airport. Make sure you get here at least 1.5 hours ahead of your flight to make sure you get through security in time.
Dave GambrillSeptember 1, 2022
Been here 10+ times
Security lines can be long. Plan ahead or get Global Entry/TSA Pre-check and Clear and speed right through.
Richard RevillaApril 15, 2017
Been here 10+ times
You take a mono rail from all gates to the main terminal. Pick up your bags and ground transportation. Disney World is about a 45 minute drive.
Chris JJune 6, 2016
There's self check-in kiosks that handle a lot of airlines right at the main entrance
Maria Fernanda TrilloFebruary 9, 2020
Been here 10+ times
Be careful with the security check point, 99% of the time is crazy crowded so take your time and be patient
Richard FrancisNovember 9, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Just tell all those people to get a real job and do away with security altogether and leave us alone, this is America. Homeland Security & TSA is a figment of George "paranoid" Bush's imagination. Jk
lily meyerApril 5, 2015
Been here 10+ times
If flying out of terminal B, I recommend Nature's Table for breakfast. Just had a delicious mediterranean breakfast burrito.
Greg CorraNovember 13, 2018
I’ve flown out airports around the world and MCO’s security line is among the worst designed hands down. Confusing, inefficient, and crowded.
Adam LustigJanuary 25, 2012
Been here 50+ times
Center top parking is the way to go. Head up the A or B side parking areas, then go to the top and look for Hyatt and center top. Much easier!
Brad HallJuly 31, 2011
Been here 5+ times
If you're renting a car National, Alamo, or Enterprise, pick a car from any of the three. They are all owned by the same company, and are interchangeable. Just let a attendant know what you're doing.
Alex SchrameyerMarch 6, 2015
Been here 5+ times
The have a pre-check station on the second floor by the Delta office. Make sure you have your passport, $85, and have preregistered online
Kris AdimoeljaMay 28, 2024
You need internal bus transport from Terminal C to A or B. But you do not need one if you are in either A or B. More shops and food selections are in Terminal A/B.
Linda BrammerApril 19, 2014
Solo and duo travelers can snag exit row seats due to large families reluctant to split up and requirement to be older than 15 to perform those exit row duties.
Becca HawleyJune 24, 2011
Been here 5+ times
If you are dropping off someone in the military all airlines will give you a security pass so you can walk them to the gate free of charge. Just have them show their military ID when checking in.
Natalie BoothJuly 15, 2013
Don't be alarmed if you have to deal with customs in Orlando. Very friendly. You'll have to exit customs, take tram to main terminal, exit, and then go through security again to connect to your gate.
Shun ShyneJanuary 27, 2020
I love the MCO airport great food selection, decor amd friendly employees
nicky willisApril 13, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Very nice airport. A variety of things to see and do before your flight😄.
DoubleTree by Hilton ManagerSeptember 22, 2011
Pick your shoes and then your clothes while packing to coordinate the same shoes with multiple outfits and save space. For more travel tips and fun, follow @DoubleTree on Twitter!
Amal SAugust 3, 2016
A world class airport without the fuss. It has the laid back style of a tropical island airport.
Kevin VincentNovember 17, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Fair amount of selection for restaurants. Be sure to get here extra early if you have a flight during the day. Security gets longer and longer as the day goes on. Crappy WiFi.
SheptoriousMarch 30, 2019
Been here 5+ times
Military members, check out the USO! You may even leave your bag there if you'll be here for awhile.
Chris DuhaimeAugust 18, 2018
Been here 10+ times
When exiting, it’s unclear, but if you don’t have checked luggage, it doesn’t matter if you go to Terminal A or Terminal B.
Kirsten AlanaFebruary 17, 2012
If you're in the 70 gates (Delta), the Cibo Express Gourmet Market lives up to its name and has the best selection of snacks and food while you wait.
Tim MastersonApril 6, 2013
Been here 25+ times
Following a bloody war between human and alligators, a truce was forged allowing the airport to be built, but with a monorail that crosses the alligator territory.
Mike DaughertyAugust 28, 2011
As of august 2011, they are doing a pilot TSA program for kids under 12. Part of the program allows these kids to keep their shoes on for security screening. Look for the signs to avoid the hassle.
Benjamin 🚀April 16, 2015
Make sure and arrange a car pick up ahead of time if you are arriving for a convention...the que can be looooong! 😕🇺🇸
Erika LehmanOctober 27, 2011
On Southwest you can't check bags until 4 hours before your flight. Just got off of a cruise and need space to hang out with your luggage? The lounge area around the aquarium in the food court rocks.
Jassim Al MohannaFebruary 4, 2016
I like it's medium size airport the staff is so helpful
Dan RitchieOctober 6, 2012
We came in the middle of the day on a weekend and from start to finish it took us less than an hour to return the rental car, check in, go through security, and just find out way around. Yay!
Ethan SpenceMay 26, 2014
if u are looking for food in terminal A, I recommend eating before security. Terminal A has a mexican place, a burger joint, a italian place, and ice cream
Slightly PerfectMarch 9, 2016
It's a nice airport to fly into. While it's expansive, it doesn't feel "too large." Easily navigable. The Disney products here are expensive, though, but convenient for those last-minute gifts.
Tim AgaMay 8, 2019
Really busy airport but very smooth security procesd. Lines were long but got through quickly.
ElisaOctober 8, 2017
Security line move slow even in tsa pre. need to take shuttle to/from your actual gate which is a hassle. The gates themselves are quite nice with outlets, usb plugs, and cup holders at each chair.
GalaxyparkingMay 31, 2017
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NoelleSeptember 30, 2014
Been here 50+ times
Easiest and quickest airport security line I've ever been in-very impressed! And you can keep your shoes on now!